Free Level 2 Mental Health First Aid Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting it around your existing commitments. Over 10 weeks, you'll learn how to recognise signs of mental ill health, support people who are struggling, and challenge the stigma that can surround mental health in the workplace. The course covers mental health advocacy as well as first aid principles, giving you practical tools to make a difference in your workplace or community.
Who this course is for
Our Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace free online course is a short way to learn about how to support those who struggle with their mental health. This course will help you learn how to raise awareness of mental health and reduce the stigma that can often surround internal issues.
Entry requirements
Aged 19+ as of 31st August 2024. Lived in the EU for 3 years. Available fully funded. Do not hold the same qualification.
What you will learn
You'll identify the signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions.
You'll learn how to approach and support someone who is struggling with their mental health.
You'll understand how to raise awareness of mental health issues in a workplace setting.
You'll explore strategies for reducing stigma around mental health.
You'll learn the principles of mental health advocacy and how to apply them.
You'll understand the boundaries of a mental health first aider's role and when to refer to professional support.
How you will learn
The course is delivered fully online through CT Skills. You'll study written materials and complete assessments online. Assessment is through knowledge-based questions and written tasks that you complete at your own pace. There are no exams to sit in person.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CT Skills will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Mental Health First Aider: use your mental health first aid qualification to support colleagues in any workplace.
Support Worker: help individuals with mental health needs in community or residential settings.
Care Assistant: provide day-to-day support to people living with mental health conditions.
Teaching Assistant: support pupils' emotional wellbeing alongside their learning.
SEN Teaching Assistant: work with students who have additional mental health or emotional needs.
Youth Support Worker: support young people's mental health in schools, charities, or youth services.
Nursery Practitioner: apply safeguarding and wellbeing awareness in early years settings.
Adult Educator: bring mental health awareness into community learning environments.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Mental Health in the Workplace (various awarding bodies): deepen your knowledge and take on a more formal mental health champion or lead role.
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills: a step toward counselling or therapeutic support roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your qualification for roles in care, support work, and community health settings.
